ASC380 Equine Industry Practicum 1 (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Animal and Vet Science (ANVET)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
ASC380 is the first of two industry placements (ASC380 and ASC381) that some of the students may complete. The selection of the type of practice must allow compliance with the overall requirements of the Equine Science Course. Students are expected to be actively engaged in activity for no less than 7 hours per day. Placement can be any part of the Equine Industry in Australia or in other countries but must be approved by the School before students attend.
The aim of this Subject is to develop a familiarity of the operation of business activity in specific areas of interest and skills that may lead to future careers and activity in a national and international commercial situation.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Term 1 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Wagga Wagga |
| Distance | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: ASC380
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Prerequisite(s):
ASC206 and ASC413 and ASC309 and ASC201 and ASC209
Enrolment restrictions:
Bachelor of Equine Science
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate an understanding of the practice and economics of equine management systems;
- be able to describe practice economics and practice management systems;
- be able to demonstrate an awareness of common professional equine practice;
- be able to communicate clearly in all aspects of equine work;
- be able to demonstrate an appreciation of the importance of animal welfare in equine activities;
- be able to demonstrate an appreciation of the ethical responsibilities of the equine science professional in relation to individual clients, animals, the community and society.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- Professional practice
This subject is structured to allow students to choose a discipline equine practice consistent with their vocational interests.
Workplace Learning
This subject contains a Compulsory Workplace Learning component of 15 days duration.
Students are required to spend 15 working days within a single industry placement. This industry placement must differ to that undertaken in ASC381 Equine Industry Practicum 2.
Specialised Resources
As students are required to complete this subject in industry placements they may incur travel and accommodation costs.
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.